Mercedes-Benz Dealer Bell Truck and Van achieved a stunning van sales result after adopting a radical approach designed to keep customers moving during the pandemic. In the seven weeks following the imposition of lockdown the manufacturer’s representative in the North East sold more than 700 new and used vans, up… Read more »
June used LCV market makes history with a 30-40% rise in prices reports SVA
The used van market in June made history with a pent-up demand for vehicles that reduced stock levels to a point prices rose by between 30-40% reports Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA). Hosting its first auction where 30 invite-only buyers joined SVA’s online buyer audience, dealers saw market prices rise again… Read more »
Up & Away reaches a new high with more Mercedes-Benz Vito vans from Rygor Commercials
Aircraft cleaning specialist Up & Away Aviation Services flew straight back to Mercedes-Benz Dealer Rygor Commercials after winning a prestigious slice of additional business. The company has purchased another four Vito vans, three of which are being assigned to the new contract. This goes ‘live’ on 1 July and makes… Read more »
New Go-Anywhere Trail and Active models take Ford Transit range into new territory
Ford has announced new rough-road-capable Trail and Active variants for the Transit and Tourneo ranges, available to order now for delivery in late summer. The new Transit Trail and Transit Custom Trail models have been designed specifically to operate in tougher working environments, with the enhanced traction of a new mechanical limited-slip differential… Read more »
Dom gears up for business ‘pitch’ with his new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Independent truck and trailer technician Dom Coia is endeavouring to rearrange a crucial meeting with a potential customer that was postponed when lockdown restrictions were introduced – he is convinced his comprehensively equipped Mercedes-Benz Sprinter can help him to win the business and secure his future. The Coventry-based Scot, who… Read more »
Tesco.com teams up again with Mercedes-Benz Vans as home delivery records continue to tumble
Mercedes-Benz Vans is working with Tesco.com to ensure the online grocer is able to evaluate the new drivers it needs to meet record-breaking home delivery demand. Britain’s biggest retailer recently picked 10 million items in a single day for the first time. It has also achieved a weekly total of… Read more »
Transport arm of NHS Foundation Trust receives remote Van Excellence Certification
FTA, the business group representing the logistics sector, has awarded QE Transport (QET) of Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust with Van Excellence Operator Certification, the first van fleet operator to receive certification remotely under COVID-19 physical distancing rules. Van Excellence, an industry-led scheme promoting the safe, sustainable and efficient operation… Read more »
Fraikin grows mobile maintenance network with additional vans and new technicians
Fraikin has added seven 3.5-tonne Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans and six new mobile technicians to its national network, bolstering the capabilities of its maintenance service. The six new technicians increase Fraikin’s mobile maintenance team to 22, each trained to level two of the IRTEC Licensing Scheme – the nationally-recognised accreditation for… Read more »
Covid-19 shrinks UK new van market, as registrations plummet -86.2% in April
The UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market declined -86.2% in April as nearly all registrations stopped due to coronavirus lockdowns. According to the latest figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), just 3,387 LCVs joined UK roads in April, 21,217 fewer than in the… Read more »
Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer Euro Commercials backs NHS Wales fleets battling pandemic
Emergency services in Wales are relying on the support of Mercedes-Benz Dealer Euro Commercials to keep their ‘blue light’, clinical logistics and supply chain operations on the road during the coronavirus crisis. NHS Wales Health Courier Services (HCS) recognised early on that its own fleet was likely to be stretched… Read more »
